Managing a giant institution as renowned as FC Barcelona is not a task for the faint-hearted and few can attest to that better than Joan Laporta.
The recent developments surrounding the club have been a frenzy, to say the least.
The managerial merry-go-round involving Xavi Hernandez garnered a great deal of criticism, considering the manner in which he was compelled to part ways.
But Joan Laporta has not turned a blind eye to the recent advancements at the club. In fact, he is conscious of the club’s tarnished reputation, admitting that he handled Xavi’s exit poorly.
Laporta is upset by recent events
Indeed, according to SPORT with Flick’s appointment official and Xavi no longer the Barcelona coach, Joan Laporta has weathered the storm, but not without emotional consequences.
As per sources, Laporta is still upset about what happened recently. Even though he was beaming with Flick and cherished the Women’s Champions League triumph, Xavi’s dismissal and his recent health issues have taken their toll on the president.
Laporta began to doubt himself during Xavi’s defeatist news statement prior to the Almeria match. Their relationship became tense as a result, with the president growing increasingly certain that a change on the bench was required.
Moreover, Laporta’s illness was another factor that added to his stress. Tensions remained after Xavi’s visit, as the 61-year-old president suggested that he would consider firing him.
An emotional escalation of events
With the media latching onto the news of a potential coaching change and the meeting with Hansi Flick becoming public knowledge, Laporta’s anxiety mounted.
Laporta seemed distant and emotionally drained during the tense conversation with Xavi about his departure.
The Barcelona president later acknowledged that his handling of Xavi’s departure had not been ideal during the Women’s Champions League final at San Mames.
As such, Laporta is self-critical over the recent events and hopes that with time, things will turn for the better.
